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10 Most Incredible Images of Magnetic Storms

The Sun is the centre of our universe and most solar activity has an effect on the Earth. Geomagnetic storms are very visible effects of this solar activity that can cause power outages and disrupt satellites. No doubt, solar activity requires more research so that we can better prepare for it. But relax, though solar storms affect the way we live, especially our modern technology, they do not harm life on Earth. Get ready for a spectacular light show.

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10 Most Incredible Solar Flares Captured In Pictures

Solar flares are like the Sun's equivalents of Earth's natural hazards, though of course they occur on a much larger scale. It would be nice to say such phenomena have minimal impact on the environment or life on Earth, but solar flares do strongly influence our local space weather – and who knows what a biggie could do? While we wait for the answer, don your protective glasses and prepare for some dazzling images of solar eruptions.

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15 Phenomenal Images of the Aurora Australis

With today’s super telescopes, we are better placed than ever to witness the astonishing celestial beauty of stars, nebulae and quasars. But while telescopes are invaluable to our understanding of the distant Universe, there are luminous cosmic energies at play closer to home that can be seen clearly with the naked eye. Most people have heard tale of the legendary Northern Lights, but their southern cousins, Aurora Australis, make no less magical a spectacle.

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